LEARNING THEORIES

Founding fathers: John B. Watson, B. F. Skinner, and Ivan PavlovObservable and measurable aspects of human behaviourKey element to this theory of learning is the rewarded responsehypothesis behind behavioralist learning theories is that all learning occurs when behavior is influenced and changed by external factors.Any learning is result oriented

Learning is a process of constructing meaning/ make sense of their experienceSynthesis of multiple theoriesCombination effect of using a person’s cognitive abilities and insight to understand their environment.Self-directed learning styleEducators building school curriculum around the experience of their students

At PwC we think the most effective way to learn and develop a new skill or behaviour is to apply it and practice it on the job and in real-life situations. This is why the development approach is underpinned by the 70:20:10 formula.70% of learning is on the job and self-directed, by making your own experience. Here are some examples...Learning on the job: apply new knowledge and skills, contribute to projects, be part of a high-performing teamPersonal challenges: behave and perform according to PwC Experience and stay in line with the Responsibility FrameworkSelf-directed learning: take advantage of online learning modules; read relevant news  20% comes from mentoring and coaching (exposure), meaningbe an exemplary coachee bybe coached by your coachask your budde or colleague for advice  10% comes from formal classroom-based training (education) for example by...attending technical or soft skills training courses orcompleting a language courses